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20 Personnel Increase to match rise in rents MEMBER contributions for housing will increase from March 13 as a result of annual adjustments to the Group Rent Scheme. Assistant Director Conditions and Housing Policy Bruce Jackson said Defence subsidised 50 per cent of the nationally weighted average cost of housing for ADF members. “During the last year there have been varying rates of increase in the national rental market, with the greatest increases being 4.9 per cent for rent bands four and five,” he said. “The lowest increase was 2.4 per cent in rent band three.” For those using rent allowance, Mr Jackson said it was important to realise Defence did not provide housing assistance to ADF personnel as a condition of service. “Rent allowance is provided on a needs basis. If someone needs the accommodation, Defence will provide it,” he said. “However, if members own a suitable home in their posting locality they cannot normally receive assistance in the form of rent allowance or a service residence.” Personnel receive rent allowance as Military a non-taxed benefit that is paid into their bank account at the same time as their pay. Calculations are based on a yearly revaluation of service residences in the locality. “An independent valuation of ser- vice residences is conducted yearly and Defence sets each rent band based on the rental value of each property in each band per location, which is then aligned to each of the ADF rank groups,” Mr Jackson said. He said personnel also needed to be aware of their responsibility to inform their chain of command and DHA of any changes that may affect their eligibility to receive rent allowance. Failure to do so may result in a loss of housing entitlements and potential fraud charges. For more information go to http://intranet. defence.gov.au/pac information in chapter 7, part 6 or through the chain of command. FORTNIGHTLY RENT CONTRIBUTIONS FROM MARCH 13 Housing classification Rent band Group - - 1A A 1 2 3 4 5 B1 B2 C D E Rank group Current 3 bedroom Rate per fortnight SQNLDR or lower CPL or lower FLGOFF, PLTOFF, SGT, CPL or lower FLTLT, WOFF, FSGT WGCDR, SQNLDR AIRCDRE, GPCAPT AVM and above $360.82 $397.05 $476.96 $583.97 $629.01 $803.70 $1264.19 New 3 bedroom Rate per fortnight $372.55 $409.95 $492.46 $604.41 $644.11 $843.08 $1326.15 Dollar increase $11.73 $12.90 $15.50 $20.44 $15.10 $39.38 $61.97 3.25 per cent 3.25 per cent 3.25 per cent 3.5 per cent 2.4 per cent 4.9 per cent 4.9 per cent Free health care now available for families Advising Defence Force Personnel for over 30 years PLANNING TO BUY A PROPERTY IN 2014? Spectrum can help you achieve your property goals in 2014 • Sourcing property opportunities in growth areas  right loan Defence Entitlements – DHOAS, HPAS • Tax • Access to property specialists     FAMILIES of full-time ADF personnel can now receive free basic health care with the official launch of the ADF Family Health Program, which started on January 31. The program, which also extends to the families of reservists on continuous full-time service, will reimburse ADF dependants for out-of-pocket expenses when visiting their local general practitioners. Family members may also claim up to $400 a year for allied health services such as physiotherapy, dentistry and mental health support. More than 22,000 ADF family members have already registered with the program, which is available throughout Australia. At the official launch at Gallipoli Barracks in Brisbane, Assistant Defence Minister Stuart Robert said he wanted to get the word out to all families of ADF members. “ADF members and their families face unique challenges, such as regular postings every two to three years, which means access to routine health care may be disrupted,” he said. “This initiative will help ease the pressures on Defence families who fulfil the vital role of supporting their uniformed loved ones. “ADF personnel are the most important military capability we have and looking after our personnel and their families is my number one priority.” For more information on the ADF Family Health Program, go to www.defence.gov.au/ health/Dependant_Healthcare/i-healthcare. htm Percentage increase AIRF RCE February 13, 2014 BOOK NOW for your FREE consultation 1300 784 246 or visit www.spect.com.au Spectrum is a Licensed Real Estate Agent, Registered Tax Agent & Accredited Mortgage Consultant. VITAL SUPPORT: ADF families are now eligible for free basic health care under a program launched in recognition of the important support role family members play. Photo: LACW Kylie Gibson “We’re now entering a growth phase..” Dr Wilson, senior economist - Australian Property Monitors “The new cycle of growth on Australia’s eastern seaboard has begun” John McGrath Invest…not speculate Increased building starts Low vacancy rates Rents growing Low interest rates Buyer Confidence Sales activity increasing